Her Second Chance

Chapter 27

15 December (Tuesday)

Luke's POV

Jens words keep playing over and over in my head

"Get your ass home Luke. Alex needs you."

That was three days ago. She refused to say much more. What the fuck do I make  of that? I asked Cole, and he doesn't know. I can't blame him though. He's on a high, because Jen is pregnant. I guess I understand him not being focused. I tried calling Jen, but she didn't answer. So I didn't fly home immediately. If it was important she would have called back right. I tried to call Alex since getting here, and her cell rings then go's to voicemail. How the fuck do I know if something is seriously wrong if nobody answers? Alex means the world to me, but she's pushing me away. Does she honestly think that I'm going to give up that easily? Well if she does, she has another thing coming.

Work has been hectic,but we managed to wrap it up. So I'm due to fly home in two hours. Then I'll know exactly what is happening. Today is also Josh's birthday, and I have a huge surprise for him. He's going to love it. I can't wait to see the look on his face. That's going to be priceless. I can't believe I'm thinking along the lines of a father. Fuck! I've really grown up. I guess it's easy to be a dad to Josh. He's an awesome kid. With a mum like Alex, who wouldn't be. I'm certain any child of ours will be. I can't wait for that. I've missed Alex so much it hurts. Everyday since I arrived here has been hell. I kept seeing her face, her smile, that childish giggle she has. I even referred to one of the ladies at the studio as Alex. Cole and Michael cracked themselves up over that and I let them have it. It's been hell being away from Alex, and they just laugh. Well no more. Today she'll have to hear me out. I'm not taking no for an answer. We're going to get married again. Buy that house, and make more babies. And nobody is going to hurt my family again. I already made arrangements for security for both Josh and Alex before I left, so I knew they were safe. It's time to move on with my love, and give her and Josh the life they deserve. Christmas is getting closer, so I'd like us to be in our new home before that, celebrating like one happy family. I can't wait for that. These thoughts bring a sudden burst of joy, and I  don't realise I'm smiling until Cole interrupts me.

"What's up Luke? You have the look of a cheshire cat on your face."

" Just thinking about the future man."

"Yea? You have plans"? He grins

"Fuck yea. Huge plans." I laugh

"Well let's get back to work so you can have time for these plans yea." He bawls with laughter

"Whatever man." I smile, feeling a lot more happy than I've felt in days

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Alex's POV

"Happy birthday to you. Happy birthday Joshy. Happy birthday to you." I walk toward Josh's room singing,with a cupcake and a lit candle

"Mum. I'm not a baby anymore." He moans

"You'll always be my baby Josh. Always. Now come on, blow out the candle and a make a wish." I sit next to him

"Okay mum. If you say so." He smiles, blows out the candle, and closes his eyes for more than expected

"So. Aren't you going to share what you wished for buddy?"

"No mum. Then it wouldn't be a wish." He shrugs

"Okay budster. It's cool.." I ruffle his hair.

I want to speak to him about the baby, but I'm not sure how his reaction would be. It might not be the right time, but I so want to share it with him.